Rafael I Garcia Resume

Owner and President / Founding Principal / Principal of Design

Rafael I Garcia

As sole owner of Garcia Architecture, LLC (GA), Rafael is integrally involved in every aspect of the firm’s day-to-day operations, including: design, manpower management and human resources, operations, marketing and business development. As President, he leads the firm’s Executive Committee in long-range planning for continuing GA’s mission. As Principal of Design he brings hands-on involvement in every project undertaken by the firm. His designs have been honored with local, regional and national awards. Under his leadership, GA provides services to clients in the corporate, institutional, municipal, social service, and public safety sectors.

Community Service

In the Community

Metropolitan Community College Foundation – Board of Directors
Business Alliance for a Sustainable Economy-KC – Founding Member
American Royal – Board of Governors
The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation (GKCCF)
Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI), Building and Grounds Chair
Starlight Theatre, Board of Directors, Theatre Plant Chair
Heart of America United Way (HAUW)
The Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, Founding Member
Heart of American Council, Boy Scouts of America
US Bank, Advisory Board of Directors
The University of Kansas School of Architecture, Advisory Board
Arts and Humanities Association of Johnson County
Workforce Investment Board of the Full Employment Council

Hispanic Advocacy

Named one of two US Ambassadors to Acapulco, Mexico (promoting US commerce)
US Senate Republican Task Force on Hispanic Affairs (representing Missouri)
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City (HCC/KC), President and Board Member

International Volunteerism

North American International Trade Corridor Program (NAITCP) Committee, (NAFTA legislation)
Sister Cities Committee and Delegation between Kansas City and Guadalajara, Mexico (Mayor appointed)
The Greater Kansas City People to People International (GKCPTP), Member

Academic Positions Held

University of Kansas, School of Architecture & Urban Design, Lawrence, Kansas